Operations Pharmacist

SmithRx

. Collaborate with clients and Implementation Managers to provide clinical expertise on drug spend and utilization, clinical management strategies, medication alternatives, and formulary compliance .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $122,400 - $172,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates clinical expertise in drug spend management, formulary compliance, and medication alternatives while effectively communicating with clients and internal teams. Possesses a strong background in pharmacy benefits and account management, with a focus on delivering customer satisfaction and cost-saving clinical programs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Degree In PharmacyCurrent Pharmacist License3+ Years Licensed Pharmacist Experience2+ Years Client-Facing Role ExperienceHealthcare Benefits Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Clinical Management StrategiesFormulary ComplianceData AnalysisDrug Benefit Design InterpretationMarket Trend Monitoring

Soft Skills

Executive-Level CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCustomer Experience FocusSelf-Driven Work EthicConsultative Communication

Tools & Technologies

Clinical Marketing MaterialsReporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Pharmacist License

Industry Keywords

Pharmacy BenefitsCommercial Health InsurancePlan OperationsClinical Program Value Proposition

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with clients and Implementation Managers to provide clinical expertise on drug spend and utilization, clinical management strategies, medication alternatives, and formulary compliance
Serve as a clinical subject matter expert supporting Plan Operations activities
Act as a clinical liaison between Plan Operations and other internal SmithRx teams
Explain formulary and clinical program value propositions to clients and internal teams
Support communications of formulary changes and program updates
Recommend clinical programs that provide cost savings to clients and members
Monitor market trends and provide clinical market intelligence
Communicate drug information and respond to plan-specific clinical inquiries
Create and update clinical marketing materials for new-group go-live activities
Analyze data and interpret drug benefit designs
Communicate analytical and reporting needs to supporting departments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced Degree in Pharmacy, RPh or Pharm D
Current and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the state of primary residence
3+ years of experience working as a licensed pharmacist
2+ years of working knowledge of healthcare benefits, account management, pharmacy benefits and pharmacy plan designs, or commercial health insurance preferred
2+ years of experience working in a client-facing role with external clients (beyond patients and prescribers) required
Executive-level communication, including developing and delivering formal presentations, and interpersonal skills required
Passion for the customer experience and customer satisfaction
Ability to work independently and as part of an extended, cross-functional team
Self-driven, results-oriented work ethic with a positive outlook
Ability to take initiative and move projects forward independently
Empathic, consultative communication approach
Applicants must hold a current, unrestricted pharmacist license in their state of primary residence

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly competitive wellness benefits including Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Life insurance
Flexible Spending Benefits
Discretionary Time Off
401(k) Retirement Savings Program
Commuter Benefits
Paid Parental leave benefits
Professional development and training opportunities
Time off programs
Mental health support
Disability insurance
Potential eligibility for bonuses, commissions, or equity